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Peafowl Peafowl are referred to as peacocks, and female peafowl are referred to as peahens. They are the national bird of India and are among the largest flying birds. Appearance: Peacocks are known for their iridescent tail feathers, which can grow up to 5 ft long and fan out in a brilliant display. The feathers actually grow from the peacock's back, not its tail. Anartia fatima,Banded Peacock,Common peacock,Geotagged,Indian peafowl,Papilio polyctor,Pavo cristatus,United States,Winter Click/tap to enlarge

Peafowl

Peafowl are referred to as peacocks, and female peafowl are referred to as peahens. They are the national bird of India and are among the largest flying birds. Appearance: Peacocks are known for their iridescent tail feathers, which can grow up to 5 ft long and fan out in a brilliant display. The feathers actually grow from the peacock's back, not its tail.

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The Indian peafowl

The Indian peafowl or blue peafowl, a large and brightly coloured bird, is a species of peafowl native to South Asia, but introduced in many other parts of the world.

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Similar species: Landfowl
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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Uploaded Jan 31, 2025. Captured Jan 23, 2025 22:46 in 5882 Grand Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301, USA.
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  • Canon EOS Rebel T7
  • ISO320
Captured in the winter. More winter photos.